Job Purpose
As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in empowering individuals with learning disabilities to lead safe, fulfilling, and dignified lives. You will provide high-quality care and support in line with individual care plans, whether in supported accommodation or in the individual's own home.
Key Responsibilities
1. Personal Care & Support
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Assist individuals with daily personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, toileting, and hygiene.
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Support individuals with medication administration in accordance with training and care plans.
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Encourage and support independence wherever possible.
2. Social and Leisure Activities
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Facilitate and support participation in community, social, and leisure activities.
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Encourage hobbies, interests, and engagement in meaningful routines.
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Accompany individuals to appointments, day services, and outings when required.
3. Household and Daily Living Support
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Assist with light domestic tasks including meal preparation, laundry, and shopping.
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Ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment is maintained.
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Promote the individual’s involvement in household decisions and routines.
Training and Compliance Requirements
Essential:
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Moving and Handling Practical Certificate
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Medication Administration Practical Certificate
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Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Certificate – Registered on the Update Service